Plans for the first Civic Center Gala, benefiting the nonprofit Civic Center Conservancy, were launched last week when Marvin Wilkinson and Art Ellsworth, owners of the John Brooks Inc. showroom in the Denver Design Center, opened their home for an early-evening reception.

The Jan. 26 event, A Park for All Seasons, is being chaired by Elaine and Dr. Richard Asarch and Yvette and Chris Frampton. It will be held in the historic McNichols Building, 144 W. Colfax Ave., and will feature cocktails, a seated dinner, entertainment and a live auction.

“Jenny Yoo gowns are extremely lightweight, perfect for many Colorado brides, especially those getting married in the mountains or outdoors,” says Sarah Snyder, owner of Blue Bridal Boutique, which has carried Yoo gowns for three seasons and is hosting upcoming trunk shows.

Blue Bridal’s Castle Rock location, 399 Perry St., Suite 100, will host a trunk show Friday through Sunday. Brides in Denver may attend the same show at the downtown Denver Pavilions location, 500 16th Street, Suite 222, from May 25-27. The boutiques will offer brides 10 percent discounts on orders. Yoo’s designs in silk, chiffon, lace, and organza range in price from $775-$2,700.